HVAC Mechanic

Jjwws; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jjwws in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a skilled technician to install, maintain, and repair environmental-control systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring optimal system performance.

The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of experience, EPA certification, and knowledge of predictive maintenance. This position promises a stable workload in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience performing refrigeration and air conditioning tasks.
• Broad trade knowledge of mechanical principles in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
• EPA Certified.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Charges refrigeration systems with refrigerant gas and tests for leaks.
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

Refrigeration theory

Pipefitting

Structural layout

Predictive maintenance

Education

Certification from a recognized trade school

Tools

Testing equipment

Refrigeration systems tools

Job description

Chesapeake - VA
NSA Northwest Chesapeake Annex
1320 Northwest Blvd, #100
Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA

General Summary

Installs, maintains, services and repairs environmental-control systems; utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting and structural layout.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Installation, service, troubleshooting and repairs including but not limited to chillers, air handling units, controls, package units, split systems, exhaust fans, refrigerators, freezers, hot/chilled water pumps. Involvement in the site’s predictive maintenance program so previous experience is highly desirable.
• Tasks ranging from operation of systems to the examination and evaluation of equipment to determine needed repairs.
• Installs refrigeration and air conditioning systems by positioning compressors, motors, condensers, humidifiers, evaporators, heaters and other components in accordance with design specifications.
• Charges refrigeration systems with refrigerant gas and tests for leaks.
• Starts unit and adjusts it for proper cut‑in and cut‑out of refrigeration units, humidifiers, heaters, air cleaners, and circulating pumps.
• Adjusts systems for optimal performance.
• Maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems by checking performance and determining problems. Repairs, adjusts, or replaces defective elements.
• Installs, maintains and repairs the electrical and pneumatic systems associated with refrigeration and air conditioning equipment from the safety switch throughout the equipment.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, and operates all types of centrifugal and reciprocating refrigeration/air‑conditioning systems; also all types of pneumatic/electro‑mechanical temperature controls.
• Performs necessary plumbing procedures to ensure operation of systems and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Performs other duties and shift coverage, as required.
• EPA Certified.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience performing the specific craft function or certification from a recognized trade school.
• Broad trade knowledge of mechanical principals on standard shop methods of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade.
• Experience and/or certification in one or more predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, infrared, ultrasound, etc.).
• Ability to interpret and develop technical reports.
• Able to operate testing equipment for the systems; to use all tools and equipment necessary to this trade; to follow standard methods and procedures for the most part, but on occasion to have the ability and knowledge to perform the unusual and difficult operations.

Physical, Environmental and Sensory Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, and perform constant arm extensions.

Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt and chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards such as cuts and bruises.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

Due to compliance requirements imposed by a federal contract, this position may be filled by U.S. Persons only. U.S. Persons includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, individuals granted refugee status in the United States, and individuals granted asylum in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).